Today, Premier Doug Ford issued the following statement to mark Easter Sunday: “Today, I join Christians here in Ontario and across the globe in celebrating Easter Sunday. Easter is a time to reflect on the miraculous resurrection of Jesus Christ and the example He set by showing kindness and compassion to all. On Easter, Christians will observe the holiday through ...

Premier Ford delivered the following remarks at the 2024 Rural Ontario Municipal Association annual conference. “Well, good morning! Thank you, Jeyan, for that introduction. I’m thrilled to be back here…. For the 2024 ROMA Conference… Alongside my caucus and cabinet colleagues. Before I begin… I want to give a big thank you to the Rural Ontario Municipal Association… Mayor Robin Jones…The ...

Today, Premier Doug Ford issued the following statement to mark the start of the New Year: “Happy New Year, Ontario! As we turn the calendar to 2024, I want to take a moment to pause and reflect upon the progress we’ve made as a province over the past year. 2023 was a year of growth for Ontario. In the face ...

Today, Premier Doug Ford issued the following statement to mark the Christmas holiday: “For Christians in Ontario and around the world, today is a Holy Day to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and to reflect upon the Christmas message of peace, love and joy. For others, it’s a time to rest and recharge, come together with family and friends ...

Today Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, released the following statement regarding the incoming 30th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario: “On behalf of the people of Ontario, it is an honour to congratulate Edith Dumont on being installed as the 30th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario and the first ever Francophone Lieutenant Governor in our province’s history. As the representative of The King ...

Today, Premier Doug Ford issued the following statement to mark Remembrance Day: “Every November, on the eleventh day of the month, Ontarians pause to honour the women and men who have served and currently serve in our Canadian armed forces, including those who gave their lives for our rights and freedoms. These heroes, who made the ultimate sacrifice, defended our ...

Today, Premier Doug Ford announced changes to his Cabinet with a renewed team that will deliver on the government’s promise to build Ontario. “As our province’s population and economy grow, it’s never been more important for us to build Ontario,” said Premier Doug Ford. “As we continue to attract billions of dollars in new investments to create better jobs with ...

Premier Doug Ford issued the following statement to commemorate the death of the Honourable James K. Bartleman, former Lieutenant Governor of Ontario: “I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Ontario’s 27th Lieutenant Governor, the Honourable James K. Bartleman. Mr. Bartleman served the people of Ontario with great distinction as Lieutenant Governor from 2002 to 2007. A proud ...

Aujourd’hui, le premier ministre Doug Ford a fait la déclaration suivante au sujet de la fête du Canada : « Tout au long de l’histoire du Canada, des gens ont fait d’incroyables sacrifices pour venir s’établir ici, entreprendre une nouvelle vie et bâtir un avenir meilleur pour eux-mêmes et leurs familles. Que votre famille soit arrivée au Canada récemment ou ...

Today, Premier Doug Ford issued the following statement to mark Canada Day: “Throughout Canada’s history, people have made incredible sacrifices to come here to start a new life and build a better future for themselves and their families. Regardless of whether your family arrived in Canada recently or has a long history here, Canada Day is a time for all ...

Today, Premier Doug Ford issued the following statement to mark the Family Day holiday: “As Ontarians gather with loved ones, I want to first take a moment to thank those who will be working today to keep the people of Ontario safe and looked after, including all the frontline workers in our retail and hospitality sectors. Our government will always ...

Le premier ministre Doug Ford a fait aujourd’hui la déclaration suivante pour souligner le jour de la Famille : « En ce moment où les Ontariens et les Ontariennes se réunissent avec leurs proches, je veux avant tout profiter de l’occasion pour remercier ceux et celles qui travailleront aujourd’hui, notamment le personnel de nos secteurs du commerce de détail et ...

“At the request of the family, I announce with a heavy heart, the passing of my dear friend and mentor, Hazel McCallion. Hazel passed away peacefully at her home in Mississauga early this morning at the incredible age of 101. Hazel was the true definition of a public servant. She dedicated her long life to her community, including 36 years as ...

« À la demande de la famille, je vous informe, avec beaucoup de tristesse, le décès de ma chère amie et mentore, Hazel McCallion. Hazel est décédée paisiblement à son domicile de Mississauga tôt ce matin, à l’âge incroyable de 101 ans. Hazel incarnait à merveille la notion de service public. En effet, elle a consacré sa vie entière à ...

Le premier ministre Doug Ford a fait la déclaration suivante à l’occasion de Noël : « Noël constitue l’occasion idéale pour se réunir avec nos proches et faire preuve de reconnaissance pour tout ce dont nous avons bénéficié pendant l’année. Il s’agit également d’une période propice à la générosité et à l’altruisme, car beaucoup d’entre nous redonnent à leur communauté ...